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Best places to visit in Thailand

Thailand is a country offering multiple different aspects. A very popular tourist destination, the country attracts visitors as much for its cultural riches as for its magnificent scenery and white sandy beaches.

Thailand actually has a great deal to offer the curious traveller, with Its capital, in particular, offering a wonderful cross-sample of what you can expect to find in the country. Bangkok is a city that simply buzzes with noise and vitality. Food stalls in the streets, trendy spots in which to party or go shopping, and not forgetting the temples, or the markets extending for kilometres – there really is something to suit every taste.

Continue on to the South and in 90 minutes you will find yourself at the beach. History buffs will probably prefer to take the road north to Ayutthaya and its temple, with all its many Buddhas. And heading further north still, Chiang Mai, the thick jungle and the area's preserved local traditions, in particular, are sure to delight lovers of tranquillity, good food and hiking.

Moving on to the southeast, fans of wide open spaces are sure to be captivated by Phang Nga Bay and its gorgeous aquatic landscapes. Phuket and Krabi, which lie in the surrounding area, are ideal destinations for fans of beaches and partying to spend some time at. And out in the Gulf of Thailand, the islands of Ko Tao, Ko Pha Ngan and Ko Samui serve as great destinations for both novice and experienced divers and anyone simply looking to enjoy the country's most beautiful beaches.

Khao Sok is a national park north of Phang Nga Bay, not far from the tourist island of Phuket. 
Considered the first capital of the Kingdom of Siam, the Sukhothai Historical Park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991. 
The Golden Triangle is a mountainous region which straddles northern Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar and through which the river Mekong flows.
Chiang Mai is the capital of Northern Thailand.
Kaoh Yai is one of the oldest national parks in Thailand and since 2005 it has been registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Pai

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Pai is a small village in the north of Thailand. A place where hippies and travelers meet, the atmosphere is unusual!
Doï Suthep is a mountain next to the town of Chiang Mai, well-known for the temple on its summit and the royal gardens.
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand; very popular, but big enough so you don't feel like you're tripping over each other.
If you are looking for a paradise on earth, the Phi Phi island group (which includes Ko Phi Phi Lee and Ko Phi Phi Don) in the Andaman Sea is well-equipped to feature in your top ten list of options. 
Doi Inthanon is a national park located in the south of Chiang Mai Province and the site of Thailand's tallest mountain, which stands at a height of 2,565 m. 
Ko Samet is a small island forming part of a national park and located off the coast of Rayong in eastern Thailand.
Half-way between Bangkok and Kanchanaburi is Nakhon Pathom, the tallest stupa in the world.
The flagship national park, in the province of Kanchanaburi, less than 3 hours from Bangkok. 
Ko Pha Ngan is a paradisaical island with very varied scenery in the Gulf of Thailand.
At 350km from Chiang Mai, Mae Hong Son is situated in the very north of Thailand and is home to a number of mountain-based ethnic groups.
A small coastal town in southern Thailand, Krabi is the ideal starting point to discover white sand beaches, each more beautiful than the next.
Ao Nang is a seaside resort which has one of the most famous beaches near Krabi, on the southwest coast of Thailand. Most of the excursions to the surrounding islands leave from here.
Ayutthaya was the second historic capital of Thailand, then known as the Kingdome of Siam. The city was founded in 1350 and today still houses the remains of ancient temples.
Chiang Rai is a town perched in the mountains in the northern part of the country, near the border between Laos and Myanmar and the famous Golden Triangle. 
Thailand's capital offers a joyful mixture of both out-and-out modernity and history.
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